concept   holiday traditions
culture   Japan
statement   In Japan, holiday traditions include New Year's celebrations with traditional rituals and special food, as well as observance of patriotic holidays.
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1 celebrating holidays Japan Celebrating traditional holidays such as New Year's Day and Coming of Age Day with rituals, traditional clothing, and symbolic food is common. 1
2 christmas traditions Japan Less common and mainly observed in urban areas with western influence 1
3 historical significance in holidays Japan Holidays like Chinese New Year and Shōgatsu (Japanese New Year) are steeped in historical significance, reflecting age-old traditions and cultural celebrations. 1
4 holiday Japan Lunar New Year is a major holiday 1
5 holiday celebration Japan New Year's Day is a significant holiday celebration with traditions like visiting shrines and performing traditional dances. 1
6 holiday lights Japan Less common tradition, and if used, often for commercial or public display rather than residential homes 1
7 holiday promotions Japan Holiday promotions coincide with the Chinese New Year and may involve special discounts and gifts. 1
8 holiday season Japan Involves the tradition of Oshogatsu or New Year's celebrations, family gatherings, and special meals like osechi-ryori. 1
9 holiday traditions Japan New Year's traditions are focused on family gatherings, temple visits, and special foods like osechi. 1
10 holiday traditions Japan New Year and Diwali are major holidays with unique customs and social significance 1
11 holiday traditions Japan New Year's Day is a significant holiday with traditions like making special food and visiting shrines or temples 1
12 holidays and festivals Japan The tradition of cherry blossom viewing in spring (hanami) is a popular cultural activity during holidays and festivals 1
13 national holiday Japan National holidays like Shōwa Day and Liberation Day are observed with solemn ceremonies, visits to ancestral sites, and paying respects to national symbols. 1
14 national holidays Japan Observe Shōwa Day on April 29th to reflect on Emperor Shōwa's reign and events of that era 1
15 patriotic holidays Japan Focused on paying respects to fallen soldiers and promoting peace 1
16 winter holidays Japan Christmas is celebrated as a romantic day for couples and families often enjoy a traditional meal of KFC chicken 1